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CAS 91-48-5

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(E)-α-Phenylcinnamic acid

Description:
(E)-α-Phenylcinnamic acid, with the CAS number 91-48-5, is an organic compound characterized by its trans configuration, where the phenyl and carboxylic acid groups are on opposite sides of the double bond. This compound features a phenyl group attached to a cinnamic acid backbone, which consists of a vinyl group (alkene) adjacent to a carboxylic acid. It is typically a white to pale yellow crystalline solid with a melting point that varies depending on purity. The compound is known for its role in organic synthesis and as a potential intermediate in the production of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It exhibits moderate solubility in organic solvents like ethanol and ether, while being less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic phenyl group. Additionally, (E)-α-Phenylcinnamic acid can undergo various chemical reactions, including hydrogenation and esterification, making it a versatile building block in organic chemistry. Its structural properties contribute to its applications in materials science and as a potential UV filter in cosmetic formulations.
Formula:C15H12O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C15H12O2/c16-15(17)14(13-9-5-2-6-10-13)11-12-7-3-1-4-8-12/h1-11H,(H,16,17)/b14-11+
InChI key:InChIKey=BIDDLDNGQCUOJQ-SDNWHVSQSA-N
SMILES:C(=C/C1=CC=CC=C1)(\C(O)=O)/C2=CC=CC=C2
Synonyms:
  • (2E)-2,3-diphenylprop-2-enoate
  • (2E)-2,3-diphenylprop-2-enoic acid
  • (2Z)-2,3-diphenylprop-2-enoate
  • (2Z)-2,3-diphenylprop-2-enoic acid
  • (E)-2,3-Diphenyl-2-propenoic acid
  • (E)-2,3-Diphenylacrylic acid
  • (E)-2,3-Diphenylpropenoic acid
  • (E)-α-(Phenylmethylene)benzeneacetic acid
  • (E)-α-Phenylcinnamic acid
  • (E)-α-Stilbenecarboxylic acid
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